Our Team
Romy Prins
Romy is on the committee of Unchain My Heart, to be able to assist those unable to receive a gett, one of the biggest halachic challenges of the current generation. Romy is modern orthodox, with a strong yearning to create a seat for women at the table of modern orthodoxy.
Romy is no stranger to active participation in the Melbourne Jewish community. Romy's other community involvement includes being on the board and overseeing the finances of Emunah Australia, a grassroots organisation in Israel that changes lives through children’s homes, counselling centres and childcare centres, and other community related services. Romy is Company Secretary and a Board Member of Emunah Australia. Romy is also on the finance sub-committee of NCJWA (Vic).
In Romy's day job, she helps develop financial capability in vulnerable adults, children and communities as a Financial Capability worker at Good Shepherd and undertakes research on building financial capability at schools.
Deborah Weiner
Debbie is a barrister and writer with a long-standing passion for human rights and in particular the rights of women. She was Chair of the Jewish Taskforce Against Family Violence and was also on the committee of To Be Loved, an nfp advocating for children’s voices to be heard in family law disputes.
Esther Althaus
Esther is a passionate advocate for women facing challenging personal circumstances, particularly within the Jewish community. She is a committee member of Unchain My Heart, a coalition of Jewish women’s organizations dedicated to supporting victims of Gett refusal. Leveraging her strong relationships with the Melbourne Beth Din and communal leaders, Esther has played a vital role in resolving complex and sensitive cases, helping women regain their freedom and dignity.
Beyond her advocacy, Esther brings her expertise as a financial adviser and founder of Perspective Financial Services, where she helps women navigate financial independence after divorce, widowhood, or inheritance. With her collaborative approach and deep understanding of the emotional and financial challenges women face, she empowers her clients to make informed decisions. Esther’s leadership, combined with her warm and insightful approach, has made her a trusted ally and an inspirational figure in both her professional and communal roles.